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19 07, 2019

How We Cook: Pros and Cons

2019-07-19T08:37:17-04:00

When it comes to cooking at home, we can cook on a range that is either electric or gas (natural). Occasionally we’ll use the grill on the porch or the crockpot on the counter, but more often than not, we’re using the range and oven powered by one power source or another. As at home, [...]

How We Cook: Pros and Cons2019-07-19T08:37:17-04:00
11 07, 2019

Driving Tour: Summer Ice Cream Hot Spots in Southeast Michigan

2019-07-11T08:21:48-04:00

When summer temperatures rise, taste buds and appetites turn their attention to something sweet and cold: ice cream. Michigan is full of fun, unique ice cream spots that are most beloved and often “must-stops” for travelers. Many have very distinctive flavors you can’t find anywhere else, and of course, most if not all carry the [...]

Driving Tour: Summer Ice Cream Hot Spots in Southeast Michigan2019-07-11T08:21:48-04:00
9 07, 2019

Camping Care for Your Dog: Swimming Safety

2019-07-09T10:33:57-04:00

The foundation should be firm. This speaks directly to obedience training. Your dog should be reliable with certain commands so that you can protect his safety when in and around water, especially if your pooch will be off the leash. The “come” and “leave it” commands are essential. Your dog should be able to handle [...]

Camping Care for Your Dog: Swimming Safety2019-07-09T10:33:57-04:00
1 07, 2019

3 Easy Summer Cocktails

2019-07-01T08:51:24-04:00

One for each of your weekend nights. And yes, Sunday nights count. There’s nothing more satisfying that sitting back and relaxing with a beverage with friends after a day of hiking, swimming, kayaking, bike riding - you name it. These concoctions divert from the norm and will turn into seasonal favorites because of the combination [...]

3 Easy Summer Cocktails2019-07-01T08:51:24-04:00
19 06, 2019

How to Be Safe Around a Campfire

2019-06-19T13:25:57-04:00

For many of us, it’s not camping if there isn’t a campfire to sit around in the evening or one over which to cook breakfast. Campfires are essential to the camping tradition, not just for their warmth or food cooking ability, but because they seem to bring out the philosopher and ponderer in each of [...]

How to Be Safe Around a Campfire2019-06-19T13:25:57-04:00
17 06, 2019

Michigan Beachcombing Tips

2019-05-23T10:40:55-04:00

Beachcombing can be a relaxing, pleasant pastime. Kids can simply bring their buckets and shovels and spend hours along the shore finding treasures… and it’s just as fun for the adults, too. No phone. No itineraries. Just fresh water stretched out before you. When you visit Michigan in the summer, you can’t help but to [...]

Michigan Beachcombing Tips2019-05-23T10:40:55-04:00
11 06, 2019

RV Upgrades and Modifications: What’s on your list?

2019-06-11T10:59:41-04:00

Ask any RV owner for an opinion on upgrades or modifications and you’ll get multiple ideas. In fact, that’s why there’s this article. There are many things you can do to make your RV more efficient, run smoother, and look better. Some upgrades and modifications can be DIY, but if you’re short on time, not [...]

RV Upgrades and Modifications: What’s on your list?2019-06-11T10:59:41-04:00
6 06, 2019

Outdoor Photography Tips

2019-06-06T12:53:26-04:00

Camera phones are getting better and better, but sometimes you just can’t beat the flexibility, quality, and appearance of shots taken by a traditional digital camera. Get great shots regardless of the weather and location. Mix it up and don’t be afraid to take risks. Rain shouldn’t stop you. Use a cover to shield your [...]

Outdoor Photography Tips2019-06-06T12:53:26-04:00
1 06, 2019

10 Outdoor Adventures in Michigan

2019-07-23T16:16:24-04:00

Celebrate summer with these outstanding outdoor destinations and adventures you can find only in Pure Michigan. Bike the Heritage Trail, Glen Arbor, Leelanau County: This hard-surfaced, non-motorized trail is 27 miles long, connecting Sleeping Bear Dunes National Park attractions and the picturesque town of Glen Arbor. There are several trailheads, which will affect your length [...]

10 Outdoor Adventures in Michigan2019-07-23T16:16:24-04:00
27 05, 2019

Keeping the RV Clean: What do you do when…

2019-05-16T10:25:56-04:00

A clean RV is one that looks good on the road and at the campsite, and is comfortable to live in. Keeping sand, dirt, mold, stains, and bugs at bay is a normal part of RV ownership. As the saying goes, a clean RV is a healthy RV. Here are four cleaning or cleanliness issues [...]

Keeping the RV Clean: What do you do when…2019-05-16T10:25:56-04:00
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